The first round of CAO offers have gone out today, and while there has been a 3% demand increase for engineering courses, this might not be enough to fill the needs created by our projected growth. According to an announcement made by Engineers Ireland today, it’s vitally important that ‘all routes into engineering be explored’ by potential students if this skills deficit is to be reduced.
Engineers Ireland is a professional body for engineers across the island of Ireland. The organisation focuses on the promotion and development of all disciplines of engineering, working collaboratively with industry, educational institutions, state bodies and the public service.
Presently in Ireland, 49% of engineering employers surveyed agreed that there is an inadequate supply of engineers with the necessary skills to meet their needs in the medium term. This means that there are plenty of job opportunities for engineering graduates, but shortages of engineers are restricting business growth, competitiveness and the delivery of key projects.
Engineering 2018 is a barometer report published in spring and developed by Engineers Ireland for the engineering profession in Ireland, capturing trends in engineering employment, perspectives and education. The report this year was based primarily on three surveys conducted between October 2017 and February 2018 with qualified engineers, engineering employers, and the general public. These findings were complemented by Engineers Ireland analysis of data collected by key government agencies and public-sector bodies, including the CSO, the HEA, the State Examination Commission and SOLAS.
This round of CAO offers demonstrated a 3% increase in demand preference by students for engineering courses at third level. Engineers Ireland urged students who receive a CAO offer of an engineering course, to accept their offer and pursue a career ‘in an exciting sector that offers extremely rewarding work, career progression and an opportunity to enhance people's lives.’
Meanwhile, for students who were not offered their preferred engineering course, there is still plenty to consider. Alternate routes into a career in engineering are available. These include apprenticeships and other skills-based training which are increasing in popularity and have strong backing by State agencies such as SOLAS as well as industry.
In the context of Project Ireland 2040 and its 10 -year, €116 billion National Development Plan as well as the upswing in housing construction, there are also major concerns regarding a shortage of Civil and Building Engineering graduates. The numbers of these are down 45% in the past five years.
Highly-skilled professionals in these fields are needed for the delivery of energy-efficient buildings, clean water supplies and sustainable transport.
In general, without a sufficient supply of engineering talent, it will not be possible to provide crucial products, projects, and services. Ireland’s development as a global innovation leader, with inward investment, export opportunities, and sustainable long-term growth, will hinge on the further development of engineering skills in key industrial sectors such as manufacturing and ICT.
Engineers Ireland’s Registrar Damien Owens added: ‘Our economy badly needs engineers and engineering skills. These routes, in addition to the traditional third level path, offer a real opportunity to develop professional and technical skills which are valued by employers and are now so badly needed in industry…
Engineering is transforming how we live, work and study. Engineering is a highly diversified and exciting profession with a wide range of specialisms emerging as new technologies, business models and engineering challenges develop. From life-saving biomedical technology to energy-efficient housing, engineers are developing innovative solutions for the benefit of society. Today’s engineering students will have the opportunity to work on technologies that have not yet been invented.’
We are excited to have SIAC Group join us for our Construction Jobs Expo event. Their recruitment team will be on the lookout for skilled professionals. If your're searching for work in the construction industry register today for free admission. The expo kicks off 10am on Saturday 29th September.
SIAC is a large multi-disciplined construction group. They run significant operations across Ireland and the United Kingdom. They provide turnkey solutions to the Building and Civil Engineering industries. Furthermore, they offer both public and private sector clients a comprehensive range of construction services.
SIAC Group deliver quality and value in traditional type contracts. As a result, they're Ireland's leading construction company in delivering new and innovative contracts.
The team of professionals work closely with design partners and clients. They collaborate in order to deliver a flexible and innovative service in every project undertaken. SIAC is committed to delivering projects on programme and within budget in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
SIAC recognises that their continuing success is due to the talent, commitment and professionalism of their employees. The construction company is proud of their diversified, challenging and rapidly growing business. Furthermore, they're happy that they can provide a tremendous range of career development opportunities to their staff. Due to a wide range of work activities and their national distribution of operating offices, they are unique in the breadth of experience that they can offer to their staff.
SIAC is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value in having a diverse workforce with a variety of different backgrounds. They currently employ personnel from over 17 nationalities. Where required, they have developed career support activities and initiatives to meet the specific requirements of all their staff.
Are you presently studying engineering? Perhaps you’re a recent graduate in search of a job. Either way, you are certainly hot property when it comes to the construction industry. This area of business continues to expand along with the economy, and now, there are more opportunities for engineering graduate jobs than at any point in the last decade. According to Grad Ireland’s research, engineering accounts for almost 10% of all graduate jobs and someone starting in the industry can expect a salary in the region of €27,289. Not too shabby at all.
If you’re a year or two away from holding that degree, now’s the perfect time to start prepping that CV. Have your work experience lined up for summer breaks. Find the job or company you want to work for when you graduate, and tailor your thesis to what they specialise in. Grab those guest lecturers for a coffee and ask them for advice. Milk every contact you have. A great career is the result of a strong network. Be ahead of the game so you can hit the ground running.
Honesty is the very best policy when it comes to relating your skill level or experience in any job application. The last thing you need is to land the job of your dreams only to be overwhelmed – and, in the worst case scenario, fired. Give yourself the chance to comfortably ramp up. If a job is above your skill level it might not be for you just now. Your training has prepared you for a lot, but there are always those little surprises and glitches that can catch you off guard. Most importantly, never be afraid to ask someone for help on the job. Even people at the very top of the chain had to start somewhere.
Rome wasn’t built in a day, and it definitely wasn’t built by one person on their tod. Engineering, no matter what your focus, is a team endeavour, and the most successful people in the industry can listen and communicate, can lead and can follow. Communication is a skill, the same as any technical knowledge related to your role. If this is an area that needs work, try a self-development or NLP course. This could be exactly what you need to get that promotion or land you that competitive position.
Whether you want to work in Dublin, or further afield, it’s imperative that you do your homework before accepting any role. Know exactly what you’ve signed up for when it comes to companies, job requirements or even places you might have to relocate to. If this is a place you will have to spend the next few years of your life, a recce is in order. Yes, it’s important that you find something that challenges you professionally, but company culture is as important as the job you’ll be doing.
If you are looking for a job, professional advice or work experience, you can chat with Ireland's top construction companies in person about your future. Register your free place now for our Construction Jobs Expo which kicks off in Croke Park.
Engineers and engineering organisations are encouraged to celebrate their achievements and submit an entry to the 2018 Engineers Ireland Excellence Awards, held in association with ESB. Now in its ninth year, the Engineers Ireland Excellence Awards are presented annually in recognition of the achievements of engineers who have demonstrated exceptional engineering skills through their work.
As well as identifying leaders within the engineering industry, the awards provide an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the invaluable contribution the engineering profession makes to society and applaud the innovation and quality of work produced by engineers both at home and abroad.
• Engineering Project of the Year, sponsored by Transport Infrastructure Ireland
• Geoscience Ireland Award, sponsored by Geoscience Ireland
• Local Authority Engineering Initiative Award
• Technical Innovation of the Year Award
• Heritage and Conservation Award
• International Engineer of the Year Award, sponsored by ESB International
Each Regional branch, Engineering division and Society committee of Engineers Ireland is also encouraged to nominate its best presentation for the 2017 – 2018 season in the Best Presentation Award category, co-sponsored by Griffiths & Armour and Beale & Company. The Best Presentation Award recognises individuals who have contributed to the engineering profession by delivering outstanding technical presentations to our members.
A number of additional category awards will be presented at the Excellence Awards ceremony on Friday, 9 November.
• ESB Outstanding Contribution to Engineering Award
• Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award, sponsored by Siemens
• Chartered Engineer of the Year Award, sponsored by Arup
• CPD Employer of the Year Award
• President's Award
Get your applications together as the closing date for entries is Monday, 10 September at 2 pm.
Looking to change roles, upskill or want to find a job you love? Register now for our free Construction Jobs Expo event on 29th September.
The Construction Jobs Expo welcomes the Murdock Group to our event line-up. This industry expo kicks off 29th September and will be free to attend for anyone looking to find that perfect job. If you want to speak to a member of the Murdock team in person about your future, register your place now.
Murdock Builders Merchants growth over the last 35 years has been a combination of organic and by acquisition. They are currently recognised as a leading supplier of building materials and timber in the Irish market place. They have 13 Builders Merchants branches plus two timber sites in Ireland, North and South, and a Civils Division with plans for continued growth.
Murdock Builders Merchants was originally established in 1982 with the set-up of Newry Building Supplies Ltd on the Rathfriland Road. After a brief period at this location, Newry Building Supplies transferred to a bigger more central location on the Greenbank Industrial Estate, where it remains today.
Presently, Cranwood Industries is based in a purpose-built facility in Warrenpoint Co. Down, and is one of the Murdock Group’s specialist timber sites. They offer a full range of machined timber products, from standard skirting and architrave moulds to customized window boards, stair parts, and door sets. With an increasing demand from both domestic and commercial customers for more intricate and detailed timber sections, Cranwood Industries has combined technical expertise with modern machining technology and imaginative designs to deliver innovative solutions in this market. Cranwood Industries stock a large variety of high-quality hardwood and softwood species imported from around the world with over 20 different species of hardwood in stock.
Murdock Builders Merchants are able to design and manufacture Roof Trusses from their Newry-based operation. Having made a significant investment in a state-of-the-art plant and software, they can now offer the full design and production service, This is complemented by an experienced sales team who are available to call on site to confirm measurements and discuss any queries on a face to face basis.
Roof trusses are an increasingly popular roof solution for many customers due to the reduction in labour and costs which they provide. With a specialist truss plant team in place at their Newry depot, Murdock Trusses are able to offer customers trusses of the highest quality supported by a superb customer service.
Winslow Constructors, one of the leading Civil Construction Contractors in Victoria, Australia, will be joining us on the 29th of September at the Construction Jobs Expo. Register now for this free event, and speak to a member of Winslow’s staff in person about your career.
The team at Winslow Constructors manage the design and construction of civil engineering projects. As a result, their long list of clients includes government, corporate property developers, and private landowners. Chiefly, their expertise includes residential subdivision, road and bridge construction, road infrastructure, industrial and commercial sub-division, bulk earthworks, and land remediation.
Winslow Constructors built their reputation on integrity and trust in delivery. Presently, their expert team of project managers, site supervisors, machine operators and construction workers make sure every job is delivered to the highest standard. Winslow also owns and operate a top-of-the-line mobile plant, machinery, and equipment - most of which are maintained by their own people.
Not to mention, the capabilities of the Winslow Group are vast. These include traffic management services, water, gas, and sewer reticulation, field survey and GPS machine control. With over 30 years in the industry, Winslow Constructors is a leader in its field. The results speak for themselves; their projects are delivered not only to specification, budget and on time but also uphold strict health and safety practices.
The Winslow Group will be recruiting 29th September, so register now for this free event. Alternatively, search jobs online now at www.jobs365.ie.
The innovative team behind Cairn Homes will be sponsoring, exhibiting and recruiting at the next Construction Jobs Expo on 29th September. Register your place now for this free event, and find a job you love with Ireland’s top companies.
Cairn Homes floated on the London Stock Exchange in June 2015, and since then have gone from strength to strength. After another successful year in 2017, Cairn continues to build high quality new homes with an emphasis on design, innovation and customer service.
Their scale allows them to make savings through volume, which they pass on to their customer. This allows Cairn to be competitive in terms of house prices, but also gives them the ability to ensure the best quality products and services from their partners.
As a PLC, they are transparent in everything they do. This gives Cairn complete visibility to not just their investors and the business community, but also to their partners and customers. The Cairn Homes remit as a publicly listed company is to create long term value and this requires financial discipline and a strong balance sheet. All of these factors enable them to work to a stable and sustainable business model.
As well as their core team, Cairn work with an external group of trusted partners, supporting over 2000 jobs in the industry. They are unique in their inclusive approach to their subcontract teams; Cairn Homes work closely with the very best the industry has to offer, from large organisations to individual sole-traders.
Do you want to chat with a member of the Cairn Team about your future? Tickets are free but limited, so book yours now.
The Construction Jobs Expo welcomes Axis Engineering to the line-up of exhibitors for the upcoming event on 29th September. Places are free, so register now and talk to a member of the Axiseng team about opportunities for your future.
Established in 2004, Axiseng is a highly resourced, independent building services consulting engineering practice. As responsible professional advisers, they represent their client’s best interests in every aspect of service. They provide advice, designs, and costs tailored to suit the mechanical, electrical and environmental needs of each individual project.
Axiseng presently maintains a core staff of over 35 professional personnel. Their staff are certainly experienced, with formal qualifications in building services engineering. A Chartered Engineer directs every project with support from specialists in energy management, sustainability and building energy rating. Additionally, their leadership team, Cian Dowling, Ray Mason, and Gillian Corrigan, are known in the industry for integrity, expertise and project commitment. Cian, Ray, and Gillian are supported by the Associate Directors, Colm Byrne, Niall Herlihy, Eamonn Sheils, Rachel McKenna and Dermot Brady.
The size of the practice allows the Directors and Associates to maintain a personal presence throughout every project. Likewise, they consistently deliver high-quality service across a broad range of commercial, institutional and industrial developments. Their clients include some of the foremost institutions and eminent professionals in Ireland.
Notably, Axis Engineering demonstrates in-house expertise in all aspects of building services. Recognised leaders in the fields of sustainable design, complex air conditioning installations, Axiseng specializes in master-planning major developments. Furthermore, the Axiseng office presents all pitches and information in a clear, concise and unambiguous format. Their design packages are fully-detailed, scheduled and coordinated at the tender stage to protect clients’ interest at every stage of each commission.
Search jobs online now at www.jobs365.ie or find out more about the upcoming Construction Jobs Expo here.
It's important to keep on top of industry performance. The establishment of the SCSI/IPD Ireland Quarterly Property Index over thirty years ago has allowed investors to quantify the performance of real estate accurately. Since launching, MSCI’s Real Estate offering has produced key performance indicators for the investment property market in Ireland each quarter. As a result, their upcoming event will see a panel presenting their latest findings.
This breakfast seminar will issue the IPD / Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Quarterly Property Index results for the second quarter of 2018. The morning is jointly hosted with IBEC and will be followed by a Q&A.
As well as focusing on the latest detailed investment analysis of the IPD market performance figures for Ireland; this quarterly briefing will explore the global economic trends and their implications on property investment here. This topic is particularly important as international investment flows continue to grow.
MSCI is an independent provider of research-driven insights, tools, and indices for investors. They help the real estate investment sector raise its information, reporting and transparency standards to the level of the mainstream exchange-traded asset classes. MSCI sits alongside industry experts and leaders to participate in programs packed with ideas and discussion around strategies and methodologies.
Meanwhile, the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland is the independent professional body for Chartered Surveyors working and practicing in Ireland.
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m
IBEC
86 Baggot Street Lower,
Grand Canal Dock,
Dublin
The IPD/SCSI Ireland Property Investment Seminars are free to attend. Space is limited, so register early to secure your place.
If you want to develop your career in the construction industry, register now for our free Construction Jobs Expo event.
The Construction Jobs Expo is delighted to add multinational PM Group to our line-up of accomplished exhibitors. This innovative organisation is recruiting at our free event in Croke Park 29th September 2018.
Presently, PM Group is an international project delivery company operating in Europe, the USA, and Asia. As it stands, they have a 45-year track record in project management, process design, facility design and construction management for leading multinational companies. This organisation has a notable history of excellence in engineering, architecture and project management; correspondingly, today they are one of the world's leading professional services companies serving major multi-national clients across the globe.
100% employee-owned, the PM Group is a great environment to advance your career. As a result, their team of 2,300 people manage the design, construction, and commissioning of high-tech facilities. Over 45 years, they’ve built expertise working for the world's leading pharma, food, data centre and medical technology companies. Not to mention, they maintain an excellent track record in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.
Undeniably, at every level of their business, you can see a culture of honesty, openness, and flexibility. This approach has chiefly led to their long-term, trusted relationships with clients. From a network of offices in Europe, Asia, and the USA, they develop projects in over 30 countries worldwide.
If you can see yourself working in a dynamic, professional environment, a career with PM Group might be in your future. Chat with a member of the PM Group team in person at the Construction Jobs Expo about your options. Don’t miss out, register your place now.
